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Cherokee Federal · 1 day ago

General Biologist III

Lafayette, LA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$44K/yr - $52K/yr

3+ years exp

Cherokee Nation System Solutions (CNSS) offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced biologist to contribute to research on the ecology and restoration of bald cypress swamps and floodplain ecosystems. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in collecting and recording scientific data, assisting federal scientists, conducting experiments, and supporting overall research efforts.

GovernmentNon ProfitProfessional ServicesPublic Relations

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Roberto Aranda

Responsibilities

Collect and record plant ecological and environmental data from wetlands in the southeastern and upper Midwestern United States, including greenhouse, conservation garden, seed bank nursery, and laboratory

Assist federal scientists in data collection within the conservation garden

Conduct studies on aquatic seed dispersal in desert arroyo systems and conduct greenhouse experiments for seed germination

Participate in field experiments, such as litter production, root ingrowth studies, above-ground standing crop, elevation studies, and soil carbon content analysis in southeastern swamps of the Mississippi Alluvial Valley, Gulf, and Atlantic Coasts

Process garden, greenhouse, and field samples in the laboratory, including carbon analysis, plant identification, root separation, and other standard analyses

Input all data into usable data files, creating 3-5 datasets per year

Operate and maintain field equipment, including motor vehicles, ATVs, motor boats up to 25 feet, and airboats

Document project status and timekeeping in project tracking databases

Provide laboratory support in analyzing field samples and entering data linked to project studies

Extensive travel, at times to conduct fieldwork

Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Qualification

Biological sciences degreeField experienceLaboratory instrumentationData analysis skillsReport writingPlant taxonomy trainingBoating safety classUSAccess clearanceCritical thinking

Required

Active USAccess clearance is required for this position

Undergraduate Degree in biological sciences

3-5 years of relevant field experience

Familiarity with operating common laboratory instrumentation and performing calculations for chemical concentration preparation

Report writing and basic data analysis skills

Critical thinking abilities

Successful completion of a government-approved boating safety class (will be provided)

Willingness to undergo plant taxonomy training

Possession of a current and valid State driver's license and ability to operate standard, automatic, and 4-wheel drive vehicles

Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Preferred

Master's Degree preferred

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Other possible benefits as provided

Company

Cherokee Federal

Cherokee Federal, a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is a trusted team of government contracting professionals who can rapidly build innovative solutions.

Founded in 1969

Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA

5001-10000 employees